Dost
दोस्त
dohst
Dost (दोस्त) is a Persian-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a friend or companion. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer DOST (4).
Meaning & usage
Dost is a term used in Hindi and Urdu to refer to a friend or companion. It is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts to denote someone with whom one shares a bond of friendship. The word has its origins in Persian, where it also means friend.
In a sentence
He is my closest dost, always there when I need him.
Dost as a crossword answer
Dost is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A friend or companion” (4)
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